Apgujeong Liposuction Scars: Cases That Stand Out Are Distinctly Different — A Summary by Location and Recovery Period

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Hello,

I’m Seong Hyun-ju,

Director of Cheongdam OK Clinic.

▶ Regular Member of the Korean Association of Cosmetic Surgery (KACS)
▶ Regular Member of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity (KSSO)
▶ Regular Member of the Korean Academy of Obesity and Aesthetic Body Contouring (KAAM)
▶ Regular Member of the Korean Society for Liposuction (KSSL)
▶ Regular Member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery (KSAS)

Even while considering a procedure to change body shape,

a major reason many people cannot easily decide is

concern about

liposuction scars

.

This is because of anxiety about whether a noticeable mark will remain, or whether it will continue to be visible over time.

This concern tends to grow even more in areas that are frequently exposed.

However, in actual cases where it stands out, there is a certain pattern.

It is not simply a matter of personal constitution; the procedure location, incision method, and whether recovery is properly managed all work together.

Liposuction scars

So, rather than judging scars only from after photos,

it is important to understand

under what conditions they remain noticeable.

The degree of visibility varies depending on the procedure location and incision points Liposuction is performed through relatively small incisions, and where those incisions are placed has a major impact on the outcome.

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(Left) Before procedure, (Right) 1 month after procedure

In larger areas such as the thighs, arms, or abdomen, it is possible to approach through the inner side where the skin folds

or through points hidden by underwear or clothing.

These locations are naturally concealed in daily life,

so over time they often become barely noticeable.

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(Left) Before procedure, (Right) 2 months after procedure

On the other hand, areas near joints or areas with a lot of movement may retain discoloration for longer during the recovery

process, so

more careful judgment is needed when approaching them.

In the end, whether it becomes noticeable depends far more on

where the incision point is set than on how much fat

was removed.

Understanding the changes that appear during recovery and the pigmentation period Right after the procedure, the incision area often appears red or has a brownish tone.

Liposuction scars

This is a natural response during the healing stage and gradually fades over time.

In the early stage, a scab forms, and then during the pigmentation period, the skin tone slowly settles.

The length of this period varies depending on the individual’s skin type, blood flow, and lifestyle habits,

and it can last from several weeks to several months.

At this time, repeated exposure to ultraviolet rays or excessive friction can cause the color to remain for longer, so caution is needed.

On the other hand, if care is provided in line with the recovery stage,

the area often stabilizes over time so that it does not differ greatly from the surrounding skin.

Care and expectations for minimizing liposuction scars Care during recovery has a direct impact on the result.

In the early stage, it is important to keep the wound area clean and avoid unnecessary irritation.

Later on, auxiliary care methods such as scar ointments or silicone gel sheets may be helpful.

Even if itching or tightness is felt, it is necessary not to scratch or rub the area forcefully.

The better this care is carried out, the more the effect of the procedure becomes focused on the body shape change itself,

and the burden of visible marks is reduced.

In the end, cases where liposuction scars stand out mostly occur when location selection and recovery management overlap.

So with liposuction scars, rather than asking whether they will appear or not, where and how they are managed becomes far more important.

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